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Tonight
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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2 Sept - 3 Sept
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4 Sept - 6 Sept
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Melbourne historic hotels

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a modern design with a geometric wall pattern, and a stone pillar on one side.
A modern living room with a sofa and pillows, large windows with blinds, and a cityscape view.
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass door leading to a balcony, and a city view.
A restaurant with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a neon sign.

1. Fantastic Melbourne CBD Apartment

Fantastic Melbourne CBD Apartment
Melbourne Central Business District
Australia
Jaide
€200
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fantastic Melbourne CBD Apartment
A multi-story building with a central entrance, large windows, and a parking sign.
A neatly made bed with rolled towels, a brown knitted blanket, and a painting above it.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
A modern living room with a marble bar, a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

2. Amazing warehouse style on king! by Readyset Apartments!

Amazing warehouse style on king! by Readyset Apartments!
Melbourne Central Business District
Australia
Paul Y.
Amazing warehouse style on king! by Readyset Apartments!
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a table with drinks.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building facade.
A long, narrow hallway with a red carpet, white walls, and a chandelier.
A hotel lobby with a red carpet, leather armchairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

3. Grand Hotel Melbourne

Grand Hotel Melbourne
Docklands
Australia
Rivkah-Louise
€105
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Grand Hotel Melbourne
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake at sunset.
A lakeside view with a sunset, trees, and a barrel.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a large window offering a scenic view.
A rustic door with peeling paint, a hanging cotton branch decoration, and two framed artworks on the wall.

4. Sunset Cottage - Yarra Valley

Sunset Cottage - Yarra Valley
Healesville
United States
Larissa K.
€250
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sunset Cottage - Yarra Valley
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with wicker chairs.
A deck with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a railing overlooking a natural landscape.
A rocky coastal landscape with clear water, moss-covered rocks, and waves crashing against the shore.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall piece, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

5. BEACHES in central Sorrento

BEACHES in central Sorrento
Sorrento
Australia
Lisa W.
€429
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
BEACHES in central Sorrento
A spacious kitchen with a large island, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a TV. There are large windows and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, and a chandelier.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a view of a lush garden.

6. Pet Friendly - Chateau Rouge - Provincial Home Red Hill

Pet Friendly - Chateau Rouge - Provincial Home Red Hill
Red Hill
Australia
Rick J.
€1,342
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Pet Friendly - Chateau Rouge - Provincial Home Red Hill
A room with a window seat, a small table, and a view of a green hedge outside.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bench, a bookshelf, and wall art.
A bedroom with a large bed, a starfish decoration, and two paintings on the wall.
A residential house with a front porch, a wooden gate, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

7. Sea views.Wood fire.50 metres to water.Luxury.King bed. Lounge,Kitchen,veranda .

Sea views.Wood fire.50 metres to water.Luxury.King bed. Lounge,Kitchen,veranda .
Queenscliff
Australia
Michael T.
€182
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sea views.Wood fire.50 metres to water.Luxury.King bed. Lounge,Kitchen,veranda .
A sandy beach with a calm sea, a clear sky, and a forested area in the background.
A dining room with a wooden table, six chairs, a painting on the wall, and a window.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A coastal landscape with a road, greenery, and a distant body of water.

8. Relax at Red Rocks - Pet friendly- WiFi - Winter special 4th night free

Relax at Red Rocks - Pet friendly- WiFi - Winter special 4th night free
Cowes
Australia
Amy J.
€182
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Relax at Red Rocks - Pet friendly- WiFi - Winter special 4th night free
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a wooden wall and decorative metal panels in the background.
A house with a white picket fence, a porch, and a garden with hydrangeas.
A kitchen with a central island, white bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A two-story house with a front porch, a picket fence, and a well-maintained garden.

9. Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden

Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden
Cowes
Australia
Brooke P.
€460
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Charming period cottage with a picturesque garden
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Top Melbourne Hotel Reviews

Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

8/10 Good
"Check in staff were super welcoming and they were able to have our room ready early. Rooms were well appointed and spacious. My only note was that some of the room doors on our floor closed heavy and loud."
Candice 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

8/10 Good
"Have stayed here many times - no complaints at all."
Deb 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

8/10 Good
"clean accomodation and convenient location"
Susan 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
View Melbourne

View Melbourne

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay"
John 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
View Melbourne
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent
"Shower over the bath not for someone with a disabily"
YVONNE 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good
"Great location. Easy access to shopping area and nice restaurants and cafes."
Bradd 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, staff were awesome and the breakfast was delicious."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Pullman East Melbourne

Pullman East Melbourne

10/10 Excellent
"Real 5 star luxury at the doorstep of Melbourne’s sports precinct"
Ashish 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pullman East Melbourne
ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was clean , beds were comfortable , the buffet breakfast was amazing . I hope to stay again in the future"
Marsha 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Melbourne?
You're already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your holiday in Melbourne. And while you're here, you can check out the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums. You can also take time at the major shopping area in this family-friendly area.
What's the best hotel in Melbourne to be near historical sites?
Based on our travel expertise, Grand Hotel Melbourne is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features in-room kitchens. Regent Theatre is a short 18-minute walk away.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Melbourne?
In Melbourne, there are 9996 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 2 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Melbourne?
Melbourne is notable for landmarks like Melbourne Central, Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Known for its art and museums, cultural venues include Immigration Museum, Athenaeum and Regent Theatre. Other popular sights include Collins Street and Crown Casino.
What is a historic hotel like in Melbourne?
Historic hotels give guests an opportunity to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Melbourne typically preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the building and architecture itself. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the place's cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Melbourne have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you'd find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Melbourne, it doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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